ST 150 - Foundations of Surgical Technology and Patient Care Concepts

This course will provide the student with essential fundamental information and skills related to surgical technology and patient care. Theoretical knowledge is complemented with simulated experiences In an operating room skills laboratory to reinforce surgical technology fundamentals and patient care concepts. Acquisition of basic surgical technologist skills and patient care concepts prepares the student to deliver safe and appropriate patient care and provides essential information for success in clinical practice. This course Includes didactic instruction, directed and self-directed skills laboratory simulation, and supervised clinical practice experiences in the second scrub and assistant circulator roles.

Credits: 13

Class Level First Year Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate